Tequila The Essence of Mexico

TequilaSource.com provides information about tequila including history, categories (100% Agave Tequila and Tequila) and types (classes) of tequila and photographs of bottles. Our photo gallery has pictures from distilleries showing the processes used to make tequila. There are cocktail and drink recipes, and listings of tequila brands and distilleries.

Tequila is North America's first distilled spirit, and has been produced in México since shortly after the Spanish conquered the country in the early 1500s.

To be classified as tequila, it must be made from no less than 51% Weber blue agave. Better and high-end tequilas are made from 100% Weber blue agave. Today's fine tequilas are highly coveted by collectors worldwide—for both the smooth aromatic liquor and the handcrafted decorative bottle.

México's tequila producers, almost all located in a one hundred-mile radius of the town of Tequila in Jalisco State, distill hundreds of brands, some the old way - in small lots in tiny family-run fabricas - most in ultra-modern distilleries.

These producers are often using artisans to create unique hand-blown glass, crystal, ceramic, and Talavera pottery bottles that savvy collectors are snapping up like fine vintages of wine.

Tequila Avión - new bottle design for 2013. Tequila Aviõn is handcrafted using only the finest Blue Weber Agave found in the very highest regions of Jalisco.

Experience Tequila - Tours, Tastings and Events
Travel to Mexico's Unique Tequila-Producing Region. For tequila lovers and the tequila-curious alike, we provide the opportunity to actively explore all things Tequila. Tequila is more than a beverage. It is a region, a village, a culture and a history. There is no better way to truly experience tequila than on one of our custom tours. Recommended by Lonely Planet and certified by the Tequila Regulatory Council. Mention TequilaSource.com to receive a FREE pre-trip bottle of tequila!

We receive many inquiries about purchasing tequila. Please be advised that we are not a retail operation and do not sell tequila or any tequila related products. Please visit our where to buy tequila page for a list of companies that sell tequila from retail locations and that accept online orders.

Old stone tahona in old part of the distillery - Casa Herradura - San José del Refugio, Amatitan, Jalisco.

A tour group goes past the copper alambiques (stills) in the distillation area at Mundo Cuervo, Tequila.

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